QUESTION $3[60$ MARKS$]$

$3\mathrm{.}1$ Explain the difference between tactical and strategic sourcing. $(5)$

$3\mathrm{.}2$ Describe the strategic sourcing process. $(15)$

$3\mathrm{.}3$ List and explain the main sources of market information for sourcing

decisions.

$(15)$

$3\mathrm{.}4$ Discuss the importance of supplier assessment and the criteria used in this process. $(15)$

$3\mathrm{.}5$ Explain the concept of e$-$sourcing and its difference from e$-$procurement. $(10)$